We’re about a week into the school year by now, and hopefully the kids are settling in. We’d like to think that they’re adjusting to their new schedules, teachers, and responsibilities with aplomb, and are maybe even looking forward to whatever comes next for them. Hopefully parents are also adjusting to the changes, and handling… Continue reading Parents, Kids, and the School of Life
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Conflict and Resolution
That first argument is always the worst. Maybe not qualitatively, but it’s the worst in that it shatters the illusion that “Our relationship is different.” Everyone has that illusion. “Yes, people argue, but not us. We’re going to be fine. We’re going to be in line with each other, we’re never going to disagree, and… Continue reading Conflict and Resolution
Self-Care: What It Is, What It’s Not, and How to Make It Work
This is a wide-reaching topic, one which impacts a great many people. It impacts all of us, come to think of it. Though some of us are able to address it organically, without much thought, for most of us it’s not that simple. Taking proper care of yourself takes some planning and introspection. Whether you’re… Continue reading Self-Care: What It Is, What It’s Not, and How to Make It Work
Trauma, Road trips, and the Backseat of the Mind
Want to understand trauma? Want to understand what it is and why it does what it does? Ever been on a road trip? Let’s picture it. A large group is about to embark on a long road trip. Anyone who’s ever been on a road trip can imagine what it’s like to go somewhere as… Continue reading Trauma, Road trips, and the Backseat of the Mind
Reasons Not to Go Back to Therapy
I’m pretty sure we’ve all seen articles that dance around the idea of “Why You Should Find a Therapist” or “How Therapy Can Help”. It’s true, many people can benefit from therapy, and many people should find a good therapist. The reasons people have for not going that route don’t get as much attention, though,… Continue reading Reasons Not to Go Back to Therapy
Poetic Interlude – The Question
I saw you from afar one day The way you stood The way you moved The look you gave The look you had There's Someone Just a little closer then Your laugh Your smile The flicker in your eyes The way you sat The way you thought Closer still The feeling of being next to… Continue reading Poetic Interlude – The Question
Making Sense?
This is written in response to current events. Feel free to email me to discuss your thoughts. When is the need to Act more the need to react? The need to make sense A need To control That which we can’t That which doesn’t make Sense And never will We I That one’s story It’s… Continue reading Making Sense?
A Tale of Two Doctors’ Offices
Here’s something to think about. Today was dedicated as medical care day for yours truly, so I was in a couple of different offices. I decided to get my annual physical on the same way as my dental checkup. (I’m not going to tell you how frequent that is, so don’t ask.) I spent a… Continue reading A Tale of Two Doctors’ Offices
Between Self-Help and Self-Change
I’m pretty sure that we live in a generation which is, in many ways, unprecedented. We have more material and access to avenues of growth and self-improvement than ever before in human history. Just type “mental health” or “personal growth” into a search bar, and you’ll find hundreds of options. Want to improve your mood?… Continue reading Between Self-Help and Self-Change
Friendship and Excitement in Marriage
Many people complain about a lack of passion or excitement, when in truth, what they’re lacking is the foundation of trusting friendship. Real excitement in a marriage can’t last unless that foundation of trust and safety exists.
Yeshaya Kraus, LCSW 